removed from the calender and veneration forbidden in 1965 by the Sacred Congregation of Rites

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A child of a gardener in Trent, Italy, the boy was apparently murdered around Easter time. His death was attributed to local Jews who were accused of killing a Christianchild out of hatred for Christ. Libel of the day claimed they needed his blood to make matzoh bread for Passover. Seventeen local Jews were tortured into confessions. Miracles were reported through Simon’s intercession, but the incident is a matter of anti-Semitism rather than sanctity.